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This leans entirely on watermelon's natural sweetness instead of any added sugar, which works because ripe watermelon already carries enough sugar on its own to make the drink taste refreshing rather than flat. Blending it with cucumber and a splash of lime keeps the flavor light and grassy instead of overly sweet, closer to a spa water than a dessert drink.
Per serving
35kcal
Calories
1g
Protein
9g
Carbs
1g
Fiber
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
0 min
Servings
4 people
Difficulty
easy
7g
Sugar
Follow step-by-step with voice guidance.
Cut the watermelon and cucumber into rough chunks, removing any watermelon seeds.
Add the watermelon, cucumber, lime juice, and mint leaves to a blender.
Blend until completely smooth.
Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove the pulp, pressing to extract as much liquid as possible.
Stir in the cold water to thin to your preferred consistency.
Taste and add a few more mint leaves or a squeeze of lime if needed.
Refrigerate until well chilled.
Pour over ice to serve.
Use Fully Ripe Watermelon: Since there's no added sugar, the sweetness depends entirely on the melon - choose one that's heavy for its size and deep red inside. Strain for a Smoother Texture: Straining removes the fibrous pulp and gives the cooler a lighter, more drinkable consistency. Keep Cucumber Skin On: The skin adds a subtle color and extra nutrients, and it blends smooth enough not to affect texture once strained.
Yes, no sugar is added at all - the only sweetness comes naturally from the ripe watermelon, which makes this a good option for anyone watching added sugar intake.
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